2001 Honda Prelude vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Prelude | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Prelude | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |